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Asian retail is having a moment in the Twin Cities, but tariffs could put a damper on growth
Many older businesses have recovered from the pandemic despite inflation and new competition, but they worry about another price hit from tariffs.
The Rev. Al Sharpton calls meeting with Target CEO over DEI rollbacks 'constructive'
Brian Cornell sat down with the civil rights leader in New York amid calls from activists to boycott the Minneapolis-based retailer and lower foot traffic in stores.
Expect price increases even if the tariff plan changes
Apparel prices would be hit hard if President Donald Trump's tariff plan goes into effect in 90 days.
Target's foot traffic down amid economic uncertainty, DEI boycotts
Walmart also saw its foot traffic down in February and March, according to Placer.ai. Costco's traffic was up.
Ulta Beauty pauses expansion of Target locations
Ulta Beauty CEO said the two companies decided they need to improve the "shopper experience" in current Target shops.
How to find housing when sticking to a tight budget
Minnesota is experiencing a housing shortage, driving up the costs of development and renting. Remaining flexible is key when finding a new place.
Target, Kate Spade partner for exclusive merchandise to drop this month
The partnership marks one of the largest to date for the Minneapolis-based retailer, featuring more than 300 items.
Celeb favorite Alo opening two more Minnesota stores as malls capitalize on athleisurewear trend
The Ridgedale and Mall of America Alos will join the one at Galleria, as Americans continue to go casual.
How to navigate pet rules when finding apartments
Even pet-friendly apartments have restrictions, especially on large dogs, so make sure you know what they are.
Minnesota online retailer acquires majority stake in Zulily, expanding national reach
The Minnesota-based e-commerce retailer bought the fashion flash-sale site for $5 million.
Target upgrades Circle Week deals in quest for $15B sales growth in five years
A year after introducing its revamped rewards program, the Minneapolis-based retailer is using it to help return to annual growth of 2.5% to 3%, which it hasn't consistently reached since the panic-buying days of the pandemic.
Lunds & Byerlys store to close in downtown St. Paul leaving a grocery void
The grocer, which opened the location in 2014, said staffing and financial challenges contributed to the decision.
Target Circle card site will be down for maintenance for a week
Starting Tuesday, customers will need to pay their bills by mail or in stores until the site is up again.
A 40-day Target boycott began this week: What to know about the Target Fast
Faith leaders are calling on shoppers to divert their spending from Target to Black-owned businesses during Lent.
Target predicts slow-growth year as consumer stress intensifies
Minneapolis-based retailer sees modest sales growth driven by digital gains in holiday quarter, but has begun to double down on fundamentals to increase loyalty and draw more customers.
Target launches star chef collaborations, starting with Minnesota's Ann Kim
Good & Gather Collabs expands the Minneapolis-based retailers well-known partnership strategy to the food aisles.
Target set to reveal its plan to jump-start growth. Investors hope it will be enough.
The Minneapolis-based retailer holds its annual investors days on Tuesday, where it will also deliver its full holidays earnings report.
Warby Parker opening locations in Targets, including in Bloomington
There will be five Warby Parkers at Target shops by the end of the year.
Slew of Minnesota companies beyond Target go mute on DEI
With President Donald Trump's executive orders, some, like 3M, are taking diversity, equity and inclusion off their websites.
Bluestem, parent company of Fingerhut, cutting half its Eden Prairie workforce
After the layoffs, the headquarters operation will have 117 employees.
Food co-ops donate over $25K to Twin Cities Pride after event parted way with Target
Target sponsored the event for 18 years, but the organization cut ties after the retailer scaled back its DEI efforts.
Twin Cities activists rally crowd at Target HQ to boycott retailer after DEI rollback
More than 70 people came out to Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis to protest Target's move in the wake of the Trump administration's efforts to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Suppliers, partners rethink relationship with Target after diversity pullback
Partners also worry about what support Target and others will give in the future.
Wahlburgers corporate takes over Mall of America restaurant, hoping to boost sales
The burger chain started by actors Mark and Donnie Wahlberg and their chef brother, Paul, ended their franchise agreement with Hy-Vee.
Target is latest corporation to terminate DEI goals, in line with White House
The Minneapolis-based retailer said diversity will remain part of its business goals despite scaling back initiatives started in the wake of George Floyd's murder.
